16U Girls (B) - James

Coaching Staff

Head Coach: James Tecson

Assistant Coach; Amber Carlson

Assistant Coach: Isaac Choi

  • James

    James has over 15 years of experience coaching high school, club & adult skills clinics for Volleyball BC & the City of Poco & Coquitlam’s Volleyball Programs. He head coached at Terry Fox for the Junior Girls Volleyball Team and led them to District Champions.

    He head coached at Pinetree Secondary for both the Senior & Junior Boys Volleyball Teams. He currently head coaches the Pinetree Secondary Junior Boys Team & also serves as the Club Director for Cougar Volleyball.

    James is also the founder of Poco Volleyball, a group whose mission is to build community & promote active living through the sport of volleyball for all ages. He has an immense passion for coaching and growing the sport . His favorite motto is “Never say I can’t, but always ask, “How can I ?”

    Amber

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    Isaac

    Isaac

    Isaac's journey into volleyball began in late 2021, embracing the challenges of both indoor and beach play. Over two exciting years, he has dedicated himself to Head Coaching, teaching high school and club athletes across all genders and the pivotal 14U-18U levels.

    Isaac's core mission is to create a team culture that is competitive yet fun. He thrives on helping athletes discover their potential by pushing them past their physical and mental comfort zones.

    What he tries to instill in every athlete:
    - Clear & Supportive Communication: Building a direct line of trust between coaches and players.
    - Team Accountability: Understanding that success is a shared responsibility.
    - Maximum Effort, Zero Regrets: Playing with heart and leaving nothing behind on the court.

    - Strong Work Ethic: The foundation for excellence in sports and beyond.

  • Practices will be held at MRCS - Mapleridge Christian School

    12140 204B., Mapleridge, BC

    Practice times:

    Tuesdays 7 - 9pm - Big Gym

    Thursdays 7 - 9pm - Big Gym

  • Club Fees for the season will be $1,775

    ***Sportlomo (VBC Insurance) registration is $82.95 & is NOT included in team fees***

    Team fees includes:

    All team practices

    Jerseys and other gear (Personal Ball)

    3 Volleyball BC Tournaments

    Provincials

    Not included in Team fees:

    Volleyball ‘sleeves’ (optional for jersey) $28/pair - available in Black and White

    Nationals

    Any other tournaments the team and coaching staff would like to participate in

    Fees associated with away tournaments

  • Cougar Volleyball guarantees a safe and fair training environment where all coaches will treat athletes with respect. The expectation is that athletes treat each other, and all coaches, with respect as well.

    Unless explicitly stated, play time will not be equal. Cougar Volleyball is a competitive club program and athletes will be awarded with more play time if they demonstrate competency in the following areas (in no particular order):

    Athleticism

    Ball Control

    Positional Skill

    Positive Attitude

    Desire to Learn

    Leadership

    Attendance at Training

    Commitment to the Team

    Play time will not be decided by factors such as unsubstantiated favoritism or relationship with the coach.

    If any athlete or parent has a complaint with their coach, please address it in the following manner:

    1) WAIT at least 24-48 hours before any action.

    2) Respectfully bring the issue forward with the coach, either in person or via email. Discuss and look to find a solution that works for both parties.

    3) If conflict persists, send an email to rmcougarvolleyball@gmail.com with the nature of the concern and the administrative team at Cougars Volleyball will look to mediate the conflict.

  • Tryout fee is $35.00, this is non refundable. Please ensure you can make the time before you register for tryouts.

    Tryouts are held at the Cougar Volleyball warehouse.

    Tryouts are the following dates:

    Sunday,November 30th

    Wave 1: 2:00pm - 4:00pm

    Wave 2: 4:30pm-6:30pm

    Callback tryout:

    Tuesday, December 2nd @ 7:00pm - 9:00pm

    CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

    *12 spots available for this upcoming club season*